Around Brimfield: Give yourself a break and don’t forget mom

Fair warning to my readers … I am on a soapbox in today’s column. Over the last few months, I have helped organize two evenings devoted to women’s health and wellness at our church. As a mother of 10 children, I am keenly aware of the prevalence of EBS (Empty Bucket Syndrome) and the fact that many of us do not practice adequate self-care.

The theory behind EBS is that if your bucket is empty, you have nothing to give. The more you have in your bucket, the more you are able to give. Many years ago, my husband and I made it a priority to have a date night once a week. When our children complained about us leaving, we reminded them that our date nights were really for them, because when we came home, we were better parents. Our “buckets” were a little fuller. Making time to develop a talent, create something, or do things that bring you joy and fulfillment is good for everyone.